Comparison

Grappling Run vs Bufo Merge

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Grappling Run

Race against time in this fast-paced platformer. Use a grappling gun to swing through perilous environments, overcome obstacles, and reach the finish line as quickly as possible. Unlock stylish skins to personalize your character.

Highlights
  • Grappling gun mechanics
  • Time-based challenges
  • Platforming gameplay
  • Obstacle courses
  • Character skins
  • Fast-paced action
Features
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To move around in the game, you just have to touch with your fingers, a grapple able object. A grapple able object would usually be a piece of grass or a piece of dirt. Then when you touch it, hold it to move around and release when at desired point. Grappling Run is an exhilarating and fast-paces platformed game that challenges you to race against time. Step into the shoes of a fearless adventurer armed with a grappling gun, and embark on an adrenaline-fueled journey through perilous environments filled with thrilling levels and molten lava. Your objective is to complete each level as quickly as possible, using your agility and grappling powers to overcome obstacles and reach the finish line. Swing and sprint with precision, harnessing the power of your grappling gun to propel yourself through the air and finish the level. But remember, time is of the essence! Every second counts as you dash through the intricately designed levels, striving to beat your best time and establish your dominance to your friends. Will you emerge as the ultimate Grapple Master with the fastest completion times? To add a personal touch to your gameplay experience, the game offers a variety of stylish skins for your character. Unlock and choose from a range of unique skins, each with its own distinct appearance and flair. Stand out from the crowd and showcase your individuality as you conquer each level with your stylish skin. Are you ready to embrace the challenge, set new records, and become the ultimate Grapple Master? It's time to unleash your speed, agility, and style in this adrenaline-filled platforming adventure!

About

Bufo Merge

Combine frogs to create stronger units and defend your pond from enemy waves. Unlock 25 levels of amphibians, each with increased strength and fire rate, to survive increasingly challenging attacks. Enjoy addictive gameplay with charming pixel art.

Highlights
  • Merge frogs to create stronger units
  • Defend pond from enemy waves
  • Unlock 25 frog levels
  • Use powerful boosts and power-ups
  • Charming pixel art graphics
  • Easy to learn, challenging to master
Features
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Combine frogs to create stronger and more powerful units as you defend your pond from waves of invading enemies. Start from frog eggs and merge them to unlock 25 levels of powerful amphibians, each with increased strength and fire rate. The higher the level, the better your chances of survival! Features • Addictive merge gameplay • 25 frog levels to discover • Face off against challenging waves of enemies • Use powerful boosts and power-ups to turn the tide • Charming pixel art • Easy to play, hard to master

Screenshots

Grappling Run3 screens
Bufo Merge3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Grappling Run at 4.9 against Bufo Merge's 3.7. Grappling Run also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 60%). Bufo Merge's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Grappling Run holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 16 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Grappling Run's written reviews are positive against 60% of Bufo Merge's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Grappling Run ships an update every 2 months, Bufo Merge daily. The most recent releases landed on June 3, 2026 and July 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Grappling Run versus Bufo Merge: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGrappling RunBufo Merge
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (16 ratings) — better3.7 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better60.0% of reviews
Number of ratings16 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsDaily — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size74 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZindan BerwaryGionathan Pesaresi

Customer experience

Grappling Run

All ratings16 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bufo Merge

All ratings6 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative20.0%

In-app purchases

None

Grappling Run

No in-app purchases

None

Bufo Merge

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Grappling Run free?
Grappling Run is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bufo Merge free?
Bufo Merge is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Grappling Run or Bufo Merge?
Grappling Run is rated higher. Grappling Run averages 4.9 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while Bufo Merge averages 3.7 from 6 ratings.
Do Grappling Run or Bufo Merge have ads?
Both Grappling Run and Bufo Merge show ads.
Which is updated more often, Grappling Run or Bufo Merge?
Grappling Run ships an update every 2 months, and Bufo Merge daily. Most recently, Grappling Run was updated on June 3, 2026 and Bufo Merge on July 6, 2026.

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